SAT Prep
This four-week tutoring series will help you prepare for your upcoming SAT in Reading & Writing. By the end of the series, you will have completed multiple practice tests and worked through a number of problems from previous SATs, helping you build confidence for your upcoming exam. You’ll spend each session with me and a small group of other learners who are also working towards taking the SAT. Since it’s a small group, you can expect sessions to be very interactive as you work together towards improving your SAT skills as much as you can!
Note: Cameras should be on so we can all get to know each other! If you have a specific reason why you can’t have your camera on, please notify me ahead of time.
UPCOMING LESSONS
UPCOMING LESSONS
Information and Ideas
June 30th | 12PM - 1:15PM
We’ll begin with a short welcome and overview of the Digital SAT, then dive into Information and Ideas—reading for main ideas, supporting evidence, and interpreting visuals. After that, students will complete Module 1 of Reading & Writing from Practice Test 1 during class.
Algebra
July 2nd | 12PM - 1:15PM
We’ll start by reviewing Module 1 of Reading & Writing together, breaking down common patterns and reasoning strategies. Then, we’ll shift to a focused math lesson on Algebra—linear equations, inequalities, and systems of equations.
Craft and Structure
July 4th | 12PM - 1:15PM
First, we’ll cover Craft and Structure—understanding vocabulary in context, text structure, and tone. Then, students will complete Module 1 of Math from Practice Test 1, working through the problems using strategies learned earlier.
Advanced Math
July 6th | 12PM - 1:15PM
We’ll begin by reviewing Module 1 of Math, focusing on algebra techniques and identifying areas for improvement. Then we’ll move into a lesson on Advanced Math—quadratics, functions, and expression manipulation.
Expression of Ideas
July 7th | 12PM - 1:15PM
We’ll explore Expression of Ideas—editing for clarity, logic, and flow. Afterward, students will complete Module 2 of Reading & Writing from Practice Test 1, building on what they’ve learned so far.
Problem Solving & Data Analysis
July 9th | 12PM - 1:15PM
We’ll start by reviewing Module 2 of Reading & Writing, identifying improvement areas in editing and comprehension. Then we’ll cover Problem Solving and Data Analysis—percentages, ratios, and interpreting charts and graphs.
Standard English Conventions
July 11th | 12PM - 1:15PM
This session focuses on grammar rules—punctuation, agreement, sentence structure, and common errors. Then students will complete Module 2 of Math from Practice Test 1 using all the math concepts covered so far.
Geometry & Trigonometry
July 13th | 12PM - 1:15PM
We’ll finish by reviewing Module 2 of Math, identifying final gaps in understanding. Then we’ll close with Geometry and Trigonometry—covering key formulas, coordinate geometry, and right triangle relationships.
The Purpose of Studying for the SAT
Studying for the SAT is not merely about taking a test; it has tangible benefits that extend beyond high school.
College Admissions: A high SAT score improves your chances of being admitted not only to Ivy League schools but also to local state universities and community colleges. For example, a higher SAT score can help students gain entrance into honors colleges at state universities like Michigan State, which enhances academic prestige and career opportunities.
Scholarships: SAT scores play a significant role in securing merit-based scholarships from colleges and external organizations, including charitable foundations and employer-sponsored programs. High SAT scores can unlock thousands of dollars in financial aid, making college more affordable.
Career Advancement: Graduating with honors, which is facilitated by strong SAT scores, can positively impact employment prospects and career growth.
What’s on the SAT?
Reading and Writing Section
Time: 64 minutes (2 modules of 32 minutes each)
Questions: 54 multiple-choice
Content Format Per-Module 27 Questions
Information and Ideas (First ~6–7 questions)
Central Ideas and Details
Inferences
Command of Evidence
Craft and Structure (Next ~6–7 questions)
Words in Context
Text Structure and Purpose
Cross-Text Connections
Expression of Ideas (Middle-to-late ~6–7 questions)
Rhetorical Synthesis
Transitions
Standard English Conventions (Last ~6–7 questions)
Boundaries
Form, Structure, and Sense
Why does it matter?
Math Section
Time: 70 minutes (2 modules of 35 minutes each)
Questions: 44 questions (multiple choice and student-produced responses)
Content Format Per-Module 22 Questions
Algebra (First ~13–15 questions)
Linear Equations
Linear Functions
Linear Equation in Two Variables
System of Two Linear Equations in Two Variables
Linear Inequalities in One or Two Variables
Advanced Math (Next ~13–15 questions)
Nonlinear Functions
Nonlinear Equations in One Variable and Systems of Equations in Two Variables
Equivalent Expressions
Solving and Data Analysis (Middle ~5–7 questions)
Ratios, rates, proportional relationships, and units
Percentages
One-variable data: Distributions and measures of center and spread
Two-variable data: Models and scatterplots
Probability and conditional probability
Inference from sample statistics and margin of error
Evaluating statistical claims: Observational studies and experiments
Geometry and Trigonometry (Last ~5–7 questions)
Area and volume
Lines, angles, and triangles
Right triangles and trigonometry
Circles
Knowing every SAT question type is important because it lets you study smarter. Each question you get right or wrong fits into a specific category (like Command of Evidence or Linear Functions). When you identify the type, you can focus your studying on that exact skill instead of reviewing everything, which saves time and improves your score. It also helps you track patterns, target weaknesses, and build a strategy that works.
